<p>Ben Armstrong, formerly BitBoy Crypto, was arrested during a confrontational livestream</p> 
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<h2 style="text-align: center;" id="strong-unpleasant-surprise-on-live-broadcast-strong"><strong>Unpleasant Surprise on Live Broadcast</strong></h2> 
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<p>Ben Armstrong, once popularly known as BitBoy Crypto, found himself in hot water while live-streaming on YouTube. Before this, he <a href="https://cryptonews.com/news/crypto-influencer-bitboy-crypto-arrested-while-livestreaming-youtube.htm" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">hinted</a> at his followers that he’d be broadcasting from an “exceptional location.” As events unfolded, it was revealed he was trying to confront Carlos Diaz, aiming to get back his Lamborghini. However, the confrontation took an unexpected turn, resulting in Armstrong’s arrest. Furthermore, the police found illicit drugs in Armstrong’s car.</p> 
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 <p dir="ltr" lang="en">Going live to talk crypto mostly <a href="https://t.co/bSiVmrMTbO" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">https://t.co/bSiVmrMTbO</a> <a href="https://t.co/z948fU50V4" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">pic.twitter.com/z948fU50V4</a></p> 
 <p>— Ben Armstrong (@BenArmstrongsX) <a href="https://twitter.com/BenArmstrongsX/status/1706334173294698770?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">September 25, 2023</a></p> 
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<h2 style="text-align: center;" id="strong-a-falling-out-with-his-own-brand-strong"><strong>A Falling Out with His Own Brand</strong></h2> 
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<p>Earlier in <a href="https://walletinvestor.com/magazinadmin/ben-armstrongs-departure-from-bitboy-crypto/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">August</a>, the BitBoy Crypto platform decided to cut ties with Armstrong, its very founder. Hit Network, the overseeing company, highlighted concerns regarding Armstrong’s substance abuse and its financial implications for the staff as reasons for their decision. Armstrong now alleges Hit Network conspired to wrest control of his company from him. Notably, Diaz, the same individual Armstrong confronted, is believed to be connected to Hit Network.</p> 
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<h2 style="text-align: center;" id="strong-death-threat-allegations-strong"><strong>Death Threat Allegations</strong></h2> 
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<p>In a shocking revelation, Armstrong claimed that some Hit Network executives threatened to harm him and his wife. During his tumultuous livestream, he passionately said he acted out of genuine fear, proclaiming, “I’ve been fearing for my life for too long… I welcome the police’s arrival.” He remained live, narrating events even as the police approached and questioned him. He acknowledged not having a weapon on himself but confessed to keeping one in his vehicle.</p> 
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 <p dir="ltr" lang="en">The entire insane 37-minute <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/bitboy?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">#bitboy</a> stream starting from Carlo’s driveway (him on his property) to him ending the stream. <a href="https://twitter.com/HitNetwork_?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">@HitNetwork_</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/NickDimondi?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">@NickDimondi</a> Insane! <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/crypto?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">#crypto</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/AltcoinDailyio?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">@AltcoinDailyio</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/cryptoblood_?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">@cryptoblood_</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/CryptoSavy1?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">@CryptoSavy1</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/atozy?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">@atozy</a> <a href="https://t.co/3YSd3pRLIm" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">pic.twitter.com/3YSd3pRLIm</a></p> 
 <p>— Ramekin (@iamramekin) <a href="https://twitter.com/iamramekin/status/1706504068737139060?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">September 26, 2023</a></p> 
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<h2 style="text-align: center;" id="strong-the-ripple-effect-ben-token-s-decline-strong"><strong>The Ripple Effect: BEN Token’s Decline</strong></h2> 
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<p>The dramatic arrest of Armstrong was not without consequences in the crypto space. Tweets indicated a rift had grown between Armstrong and his former business collaborators. The influencer’s arrest, some of which was broadcasted live, garnered significant attention. Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Department’s online portal confirmed the arrest of a “Benjamin Charles Armstrong,” though specific charges weren’t mentioned. A clip from the livestream showed Armstrong had a loaded weapon in his car and wasn’t alone. Following this, the BEN tokens, introduced by Armstrong, suffered a steep 30% fall in value.</p> 
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<h2 style="text-align: center;" id="strong-previous-disassociation-with-bitboy-crypto-strong"><strong>Previous Disassociation with BitBoy Crypto</strong></h2> 
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<p>Armstrong’s recent troubles are not isolated. He was removed from his media enterprise, BitBoy Crypto, earlier. This decision was unanimous as disclosed in an August update, a move believed to be a precursor to the recent dramatic events.</p> 
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<p>In conclusion, the crypto space has witnessed another dramatic episode. The arrest of a well-known influencer like Armstrong, especially during a live broadcast, sends ripples across the community. With multiple accusations and ongoing legal battles, it remains to be seen how the entire saga unfolds.</p> 
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